Maha Metro, Pune Municipal Corporation Conduct Inspection Ahead of Metro Line Extension.

Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) and Maha Metro have started joint inspections along the proposed Vanaz–Chandni Chowk Metro extension to review the alignment of the viaduct, station locations, entry-exit points, and the design of a proposed double-decker flyover at Kothrud depot.

Officials from PMC said additional inspections are likely in the coming days. The exercise aims to clarify project execution and minimize disruptions during construction. Maha Metro has already begun the process of appointing an agency to carry out the work.

The 1.4 km extension will include two stations—Kothrud depot and Chandni Chowk—providing direct connectivity to Chandni Chowk, a key entry point to the city. PMC has requested that sufficient space be maintained for footpaths and road carriageways, considering the heavy traffic along the route. Authorities have also sought details on barricade placements at critical points during construction.

A civic official said, “We have asked Maha Metro to clearly mark station entry and exit points and provide a probable timeline for the work.”

The proposed double-decker flyover at Kothrud depot, intended for vehicular traffic, will be constructed simultaneously with the Metro viaduct by Maha Metro to ease congestion along the busy stretch. Meanwhile, a pedestrian overbridge at Chandni Chowk Metro station is planned to connect commuters to the Katraj–Dehu Road bypass, improving accessibility.

Local residents have urged authorities to ensure convenient access to both the Metro station and the bypass. “We expect a bridge that will provide easy access to commuters on both sides of the Katraj–Dehu Road bypass,” said a resident.